Why do different materials on Earth heat up and cool down quicker than others?

Materials heat up and cool down at different rates due to differences in their thermal properties, such as specific heat capacity and thermal conductivity. Specific heat capacity determines how much energy is required to raise the temperature of a material, while thermal conductivity influences how quickly heat can be transferred through a material. Additionally, factors such as density and composition play a role in how quickly a material responds to changes in temperature.